Why Hunger

Meals & Nutrition · South Carolina · Free

Connects people to nutritious food and supports community-led solutions to hunger. A go-to for families noticing the fridge is empty or the senior is skipping meals. SNAP applications for 60+ are simpler; the elderly Excess Medical Expense deduction often qualifies seniors who'd otherwise miss the income limit. Many older adults don't apply for SNAP because of stigma; the application is now online in most states and takes 15 minutes. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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